PART of the M6 is closed this morning after two vehicles crashed into the central reservation barrier.

A COLOURFUL floral extravaganza celebrating a summer of love expects to attract thousands of visitors.

A MAN from Northwich has pleaded not guilty to the rape of a woman more than three years ago.

WITH many workplaces sweltering as the temperature nudges into the 30s Celsius, can it ever be so hot at work that you are allowed to go home?

BROTHERS are planning a precious memorable day after receiving shock news that their mum has terminal cancer.

THE body of a missing boy has been found in the River Weaver following a 'tragic accident'.

UNFORTUNATELY, all good things come to an end - including the heatwave.

A family has paid tribute to a devoted dad who died in a crash near Knutsford.

THOUSANDS of Royal Mail workers across the UK have been forced to self-isolate after being ‘pinged’ by the NHS Test and Trace app.

Following further criticism about the proposed waste management strategy, Cheshire West and Chester Council have issued another response.

ROTARY Clubs in Northwich have welcomed their new presidents.

CHESHIRE West and Chester will continue to receive extra support from the Government to slow the spread of coronavirus infection.

BARONS Quay in Northwich is launching 'Summer Unlocked' this weekend with a host of secret garden themed activities for families to enjoy.

NORTHWICH Racer Ian Loggie kept his great start to the season going at Donington in round three of the Intelligent Money British GT Championship, writes Ste McNorton.

A PREMIER League footballer has been arrested on suspicion of child sex offences.

CORONAVIRUS has interrupted the 2021 Cheshire County Cricket League programme for the first time.

HARTFORD Golf Club has become the first in England to provide a particular custom fitting service that owner Tim Barnes believes will attract more people to the area.

EMERGENCY services are currently dealing with an incident in Sutton Weaver.

THE hottest day of the year was recorded in the UK at the weekend and it is still pretty scorching out there.

WHO doesn’t love live music?

NOW that most legal coronavirus restrictions have been lifted, we decided to ask readers if they would still be following them post July 19.

NORTHWICH'S Lion Salt Works Museum is hosting a free Heritage Steam Festival this weekend.

"THE easing of restrictions shouldn’t lead the people of Cheshire to become complacent as we begin to live with coronavirus" – that is the warning from police and crime commissioner John Dwyer.

JUST when you thought it was safe to get back out into the garden and put the Nippon away...it turns out Flying Ant Day might not be just one day after all.

TODAY, Monday (July 19), England has moved into the final stage of easing Covid restrictions.

The Met Office has issued its first amber 'extreme heat' warning for parts of the UK as temperatures continue to soar over the coming days.

A CYCLIST has died in a crash near Knutsford.

A MAN wanted for domestic assault has been arrested after driving his car at a police officer.

LIVE music and the chance to taste 19 different ciders is the treat in store at a special summer celebration.

KEEN for a tattoo?

The Government wants a more consistent approach to the way waste is collected and recycled across England and has published consultations on new waste management and funding changes for 2023 as part of the Environment Bill.

THE Prime Minister and Chancellor will now self-isolate as normal after contact with Health Secretary Sajid Javid, who tested positive for coronavirus.

FAMILIES will be saying goodbye to lockdown by celebrating with a chippy tea, new research has revealed.

THE director of the returning Royal Cheshire County Show is excited for it be back after they had to cancel last year’s show due to coronavirus.

THIS massive four bedroom home in Lostock Gralam sits within almost a quarter of an acre of land.

As of yesterday (14 July), it is now illegal to own knuckledusters, zombie knives, death star knives and other dangerous weapons.

A FASCINATING collection of classic police cars, fire engines and ambulances will be on display at a unique event.

AS the end of term edges nearer, we wanted to give you the opportunity to say thank you to the teachers who have made a big difference to you and your child.

HEALTH secretary Sajid Javid has tested positive for coronavirus and says he has mild symptoms.

WHAT brings you joy?

FOR Northwich-based musician Gus Glynn, his first proper paid gig back after lockdown is just reward after performing for free during recent months.

A NEW independent home interior shop Ivy Cottage has opened its doors in the heart of Northwich town centre.

SCHOOL'S out for summer – and this year there is plenty on offer for families to do in Cheshire.

Vets Now has unveiled the top 50 dog-friendly beaches to ensure our nation of pet lovers stay safe on days out at the beach. 

UP to 50 motorists are facing prosecution after they were seen filming the aftermath of a fatal motorway crash on their mobile phones.

NORTHWICH’S best rated GP surgeries have been revealed, according to the patients that use them.

POLICE have been clamping down on speeding motorists.

IT is not every day you see a Peaky Blinders themed wedding.

NEARLY a third of children needing routine treatment at Mid Cheshire Hospitals Trust in May had been waiting too long, figures show.

FOOTBALL friendlies continue to come thick and fast.